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Register for Volunteer Voices Live: Volunteer Performance Evaluations and Expectations
October 8, 2024
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Recruiting volunteers is not easy, so it can be difficult to evaluate the ones you do have. However, when done regularly and efficiently, volunteer evaluations can benefit both the department and the volunteer. Join the NVFC on October 30 at 3pm ET for this live, interactive discussion that will focus on methods for evaluating volunteer... Read More »
Watch Odd Hours, No Pay, Cool Hat on PBS Stations in October
October 8, 2024
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The volunteer fire service documentary Odd Hours, No Pay, Cool Hat is airing on PBS stations across the country this fall, and new dates have been announced for October. In total, the film will air on over 300 PBS stations in 48 states. Many of these airings are in conjunction with Fire Prevention Month in... Read More »
NVFC Welcomes New Staff Members
October 8, 2024
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Three staff members joined the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) in September. Please join us in welcoming the newest members of our team! Brittney Deo, digital media manager, helps communicate the NVFC’s initiatives with a focus on digital media including social media management, outreach campaigns, and e-communications. Brittney began her career as a writer/producer in... Read More »
Submit Your Nomination for the Excellence in Fire Service-Based EMS Award
October 8, 2024
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Each year, the Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) and Masimo recognize volunteer, career, and combination fire departments for innovations and enhancements in delivering emergency medical services. The nomination period for the Excellence in Fire Service-Based EMS Award is open through October 30. Recipients will be honored at the annual CFSI National Fire and Emergency Services... Read More »
National Do Not Disturb While Driving Day is October 17
October 8, 2024
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Distracted driving is a significant cause of roadway incidents, and talking, texting, or looking at alerts on a phone while driving creates real danger. October 17 is National Do Not Disturb While Driving Day, which encourages drivers to utilize the lifesaving Do Not Disturb feature built into every smartphone while behind the wheel. You can... Read More »
Emergency Vehicle Safe Operations
October 8, 2024
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A significant percentage of line-of-duty deaths and injuries occur when responding to, or returning from, incidents. These incidents often involve emergency responses, rollovers, intersection locations, and firefighters being ejected when not wearing proper restraints. This course highlights 11 best practices to reduce the number of emergency vehicle collisions. Take it free for a limited time... Read More »
Webinar: When the Call Comes from Inside the House – Next Steps After a Harassment Allegation
October 8, 2024
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If an allegation of harassment is made in a fire or emergency service department, it must be addressed while maintaining all of the usual department operations. In this free webinar on October 16 at 2pm ET, attorney Alisa B. Arnoff will provide attendees with practical and legal strategies designed to prepare you to manage a... Read More »
NVFC Holds Fall Meeting in Kansas City, MO
September 24, 2024
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The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) Board of Directors held its annual fall meeting on September 18-20 in Kansas City, MO. The board gathers as a whole twice a year to conduct Council business, guide the strategic direction of the organization, and vote on matters before the board. Among those in attendance were 64 directors... Read More »
OSHA Releases Statement on Volunteers; Deadline this Week to Request to Testify at OSHA Hearing
September 24, 2024
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This week the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released a statement indicating that they are listening to the public comments and the significant concerns the volunteer fire service has shared regarding their proposed Emergency Response Standard. The statement also emphasized the need for further engagement and comments from the volunteer fire service. The next... Read More »
Fire Departments in KY, VT Awarded Turnouts and Helmets through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway
September 24, 2024
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MSA Safety, DuPont Personal Protection, and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) are pleased to announce the latest recipients of new turnout gear and helmets through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway. Cornettsville (KY) Fire Department and Elmore Fire Department (Lake Elmore, VT) will each receive four new sets of Globe turnout gear and four... Read More »
